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LGBT therapists in Austin, TX

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Top LGBT-friendly therapists and psychiatrists in Austin, TX

Austin's vibrant LGBTQIA+ community deserves affirming mental healthcare. Headway offers flexible sessions across neighborhoods like Downtown, South Congress, and East Austin, with 2,481 providers ready to support your wellness journey.

Dr. Marivi Acuna

Dr. Marivi Acuna

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I generally believe that people have an innate desire to survive and my role in the room is to facilitate that process and help address any blocks that may hinder your ability to thrive.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Kacey Ardoin Billiot

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My counseling style is empathetic and relational. I believe everyone deserves to be heard and treated with mutual respect.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Cedric Wood

Dr. Cedric Wood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dallas, TX


“I have created a full epistemology of relationships that consists of modules that I hand out for my clients to use at home.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Abosede Okuwa

Abosede Okuwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“With over two decades of healthcare experience, I bring a holistic approach to mental health and primary care, ensuring that my patients receive the comprehensive support they need to achieve wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rachael Brooks

Rachael Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My practice is rooted in the belief that you already have the tools within you—we'll just work together to uncover and strengthen them.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shoneka Stewart

Shoneka Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My role is not to judge, diagnose, or "fix" you, but to work alongside you as you explore your experiences, challenges, and goals.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicola Waisome-Crooks

Nicola Waisome-Crooks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“She believes therapy should be both healing and practical, helping clients understand the root of their challenges while also building real-life coping skills they can apply daily.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Wise Well

Wise Well

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe everyone has the innate ability to change their life for the better, and I am here to help you do just that.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tingting Li

Tingting Li

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I create a warm and inviting environment for my client to feel comfortable enough to talk about whatever difficulties they may be having.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michael Akwo-Adelowo

Michael Akwo-Adelowo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I work one on one with my clients, tailoring their treatment to their unique experience and their disease process.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Destinee Henderson

Destinee Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a compassionate, nonjudgmental therapist who values authenticity, collaboration, and emotional safety.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Egner

Monica Egner

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I want you to feel genuinely heard and supported by providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts and feelings.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deborah Guerra

Deborah Guerra

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


It’s so nice to meet you. I believe that taking care of your mental health is an important part of living a balanced and fulfilling life. As a licensed professional counselor, I’ve spent years helping children, teens, and adults work through challenges like depression, anxiety, and everyday stress. My goal is to create a warm and supportive space where you can feel comfortable, understood, and ready to take steps toward feeling better.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Schizophrenia and Mood...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Victoria McMickell

Victoria McMickell

Therapist

Virtual • Shenandoah, TX


“I have worked with all types of clients but a lot of my experience has been working with teens and families, couples (alternative lifestyle friendly!), LBGTQIA+ clients, and those who struggle with ADHD.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanika Torres

Shanika Torres

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I've learned that the best therapy happens when you feel safe to show up as your full, authentic self.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Rupert Thompson

Dr. Rupert Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you understand your mind, regain balance, and develop practical tools that improve your everyday life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Leigh Hines

Leigh Hines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tyler, TX


“My approach centers around empowering clients to feel strong enough to dive deep and find the root of the problem.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Carla Barnes

Dr. Carla Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I strongly believe self-care, mental health, nutrition, and wellness are instrumental in our quality of life.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Manuela Elizabeth Lugo Munoz

Manuela Elizabeth Lugo Munoz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • El Paso, TX


“I have 17 years of clinical experience with adults, children, adolescents and couples/families in the border region Juarez-El Paso.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Monica Dyer

Dr. Monica Dyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I believe that healing happens through connection, honesty, and safe space, and my goal is to offer care that feels grounded, collaborative, and genuinely human.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jordana Hudson

Jordana Hudson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Therapy should be a space where you do not have to shrink, perform, or explain every part of who you are in order to feel supported.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
April Nguyen

April Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Houston, TX


“My goal as a therapist is to create a safe environment where you can explore personal challenges, form meaningful connections, and build a life you love.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Janet Dowell

Janet Dowell

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize a client centered approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), solution-focused and psychodynamic techniques while also incorporating creativity including art, writing, and play to express feelings that are not always easy to...”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Tharwah Alzoubi

Dr. Tharwah Alzoubi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“Dr. Alzoubi is professionally trained in trauma-informed care from Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorder, PTSD/Trauma.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexa Marrach

Dr. Alexa Marrach

Psychologist

Virtual • Texas


“I will listen with a nonjudgmental attitude, to understand the full meanings of your communications and how your patterns of viewing the yourself and the world developed.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kourtney Tapnio

Kourtney Tapnio

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sugar Land, TX


“I specialize in devising comprehensive treatment plans that address the individual needs of my patients, ensuring a balanced approach to mental wellness.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Duke

Brittany Duke

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My style is supportive, direct, and nonjudgmental—I'll meet you where you are while helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bryan Hutchison

Bryan Hutchison

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My goal is to help you gain greater clarity, reconnect with your strengths, and create a life that feels more aligned with your values, needs, and sense of purpose.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shari French

Shari French

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Supervisor (LMFT-S) and an AAMFT Clinical Fellow with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through life's challenges using a systems-informed approach.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jonathan Porter

Jonathan Porter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I bring over 10 years of experience helping individuals navigate anxiety, feelings of depression, relationship challenges, and struggles with self-esteem through insight-driven therapy.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darly Sebastian

Darly Sebastian

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“As a South Asian therapist with a multicultural background, I bring cultural humility, lived insight, and a deep respect for the ways our family histories, cultural identities, and environments shape our emotional worlds.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Karen Chenier

Karen Chenier

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm a queer Licensed Professional Counselor with a Masters of Arts in Professional Counseling, and have been practicing for 9 years.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Cristal Reyna

Dr. Cristal Reyna

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McAllen, TX


“My approach is very much a collaborative one. I work with my clients hand in hand during the healing process.”
LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Kayte Hughes

Kayte Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My expertise in Performance Psychology was forged in the high-pressure world of elite athletes and top-tier professionals.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Crystal Sperber

Crystal Sperber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“Often times it can be difficult to see the forest for the trees, to see the big picture. This is where therapy can step in...”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kyle McCall

Kyle McCall

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I utilize Solution-Focused Brief Therapy with tactile techniques rooted in a poly-vagal and somatic foundation.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chardial Samuel

Chardial Samuel

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I thrive on creating strong, positive therapeutic relationships where people feel safe, heard, understood, as well as, empowered to embrace a brighter future.”
LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Emem Nkanga

Dr. Emem Nkanga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


I’m Dr. Emem Nkanga, Doctor of Nursing Practice. I believe that everyone deserves a personalized and compassionate approach to mental health care. I bring over 20 years of experience in healthcare, with a focused dedication to psychiatry over the past 4 years. My passion lies in supporting mental health and emotional well-being.

I work with children ages 10 and above, adolescents, and adults from diverse backgrounds who are experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, and more.

LGBTQIA+, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adam Parker

Adam Parker

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Healing from trauma isn't linear, and I don't treat it like it is. I start where you are, not where a textbook says you should be.”
LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Find the right LGBTQ-friendly therapy provider for you

Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Austin

Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Austin starts with identifying what kind of support you're looking for. You may want help with anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, identity exploration, coming out, or navigating the specific stressors that come with living as an LGBTQIA+ person in Texas. An affirming provider is one who respects and supports your identity as a foundation of care — not something that needs to be explained or justified in session.

Austin has a large community of licensed mental health providers with experience in LGBTQIA+ concerns, including LPCs, LCSWs, psychologists, and psychiatrists. When evaluating a provider, consider their stated specialties, approach to affirming care, and whether they offer the session format that works for you — virtual, in-person, or both. Reading a provider's bio can give you a sense of their style and background before you commit to a first appointment.

Therapy in Austin can be expensive out of pocket, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your costs. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before booking. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Every provider listed on Headway is accepting new patients, so you can move from searching to scheduling without the back-and-forth of verifying availability or coverage on your own.

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